Strikes

Johnson & Johnson Faces Setback in Talc Litigation as Bankruptcy Court Strikes Back

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Johnson & Johnson’s recent legal defeat marks a significant moment in the ongoing battle surrounding its talc products and their alleged links to cancer. The company faced a major setback in its efforts to have thousands of lawsuits dismissed, leading to calls for greater scrutiny of how corporate bankruptcies can be used to shield companies from liability in tort cases. In the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Johnson & Johnson had sought to consolidate claims related to its talc-based baby powder, facing mounting accusations that the product contained harmful asbestos and led to cancer diagnoses among users. … Read more

"Court Strikes Down William Brown’s Probation Amid Ongoing Legal Turmoil Following Fatal Shooting"

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Milledgeville, Ga. — A judge has revoked the probation of 25-year-old William Brown after a recent hearing related to his involvement in a violent incident that resulted in a fatal shooting. The revocation occurred Wednesday in Baldwin County Superior Court, where the judge assessed the circumstances surrounding his recent arrest. William Brown faces charges of aggravated assault stemming from an altercation with a shift manager at Buffalo Wild Wings. Following this confrontation, his twin brother, Micha Brown, became involved in a shooting that ultimately led to the death of 25-year-old Nytavious “Tae” Stone. Authorities reported … Read more

Fourth Circuit Strikes Down North Carolina’s Felon Voting Restrictions as Unconstitutional

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CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A federal appeals court has ruled that North Carolina’s law prohibiting felons from voting is unconstitutional. The decision by the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, announced recently, signifies a major shift in the landscape of voting rights within the state. The ruling stems from a case brought forth by a group of individuals who were formerly incarcerated. Their legal challenge argued that the law unjustly disenfranchised a significant portion of the population. The court found that the law disproportionately affects African American voters and violates constitutional protections against discriminatory practices. The implications … Read more